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Permanent residence pathways you can qualify for with NCLC level 5 French

Even French-speakers with initial intermediate language abilities have several pathways to Canadian permanent residence (PR) open to them. Canada is intensifying its push to grow Francophone immigration outside Quebec, aiming for a French-speaking PR admissions target of 10.5% by 2028, compared

Canada launches new streams to attract and retain top research talent from abroad

The Canadian government has launched its Research Talent Initiative—a new suite of programs that will help the country attract “leading international researchers” to the country. As part of this initiative, Canada will launch three new streams to welcome and retain “leading

Express Entry: 6,000 CEC invitations issued in largest draw in more than 16 months

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

These are the biggest changes coming to Express Entry in 2026

Express Entry, Canada’s main application management system for skilled immigration, is set to undergo some big updates in the coming year. In 2026, the federal government will continue to target skilled workers from specific occupational categories to help it meet gaps

These are the occupations eligible for IRCC’s new physicians category

Some dermatologists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, and other doctors now have a more streamlined pathway to Canadian permanent residence (PR). On December 8, Immigration Minister Lena Diab announced the creation of a new Express Entry category dedicated to physicians with Canadian work experience.

Do I have to move to Canada to sponsor my spouse?

If you are outside of Canada currently, you may have to move to sponsor your spouse, depending on whether you are a citizen or permanent resident—however, your loved one’s ability to travel during the application process drastically changes, depending on if

IRCC holds largest Express Entry PNP draw of 2025

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,123 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed

BREAKING: IRCC announces new Express Entry category and immigration measures for doctors

On December 8, 2025, Minister of Immigration, Lena Metlege Diab, and Maggie Chi announced three new immigration measures to make it easier for international doctors to become permanent residents in Canada. See your eligibility for all Express Entry streams Under these

New Ontario labour laws to remove barriers for newcomers seeking jobs

Newcomers looking for work in Ontario may find it easier to land interviews and secure jobs that match their skills and experience. Starting January 1, 2026, several new requirements for publicly advertised job postings will take effect under changes to Ontario’s

These five famous Americans will become Canadian citizens, thanks to a new citizenship law

Some famous Americans— including Madonna and Hillary Clinton—will be considered Canadian citizens under a new law. On November 20, Bill C-3: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025) was passed by the Canadian federal government, removing the first-generation limit (FGL)

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